The Spaniard was playing on loan at Benfica from Atletico Madrid since the start of the current season, and Aguilar said that his client was more than glad to pen a permanent contract after settling quickly in the Portuguese capital.

Reyes has endured a frustrating season at Atletico last year, as he failed to win a regular spot in Javier Aguirre's team.

The 25-year-old started his career with Sevilla before spending three years with Arsenal in the Premiership. He later had a short loan spell at Real Madrid before joining City rivals Atletico.